Music, perhaps like no other form of entertainment, has the power to cut across boundaries — including those between sports. For many athletes and sports personalities, especially those older than 30, Prince’s songs formed the soundtrack of their life. The unexpected passing of the insanely-gifted singer, musician, songwriter, producer, actor, and performer at the relatively young age of 57, caused many to pause and pay tribute.
The basketball stars alone that tweeted in Prince’s memory could form a formidable all-time NBA team, with Shaquille O’Neal at center, Draymond Green and Paul Pierce as forwards, Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas as guards, and Klay Thompson and Dwyane Wade coming off the bench. Prince, who was an avid Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx fan, would no doubt enjoy the lineup…
REST IN POWER
To the man I named my son after RIP to the great Prince
— Paul Pierce (@paulpierce34) April 21, 2016
Sad news today about the passing of a legend #Prince. So glad I was able to see him perform. RIP#musicalgenius
— Aaron Rodgers (@AaronRodgers12) April 21, 2016
I was lucky to have met and witnessed the most talented entertainer in history. Rest in peace my brotha. pic.twitter.com/ZXB5BfBVMS
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) April 22, 2016
Raspberry Beret on repeat all day. RIP to the Legend Prince!!
— klay thompson (@KlayThompson) April 21, 2016
Unbelievable just heard about PRINCE. Strength and light to his family/loved ones. One of my favs and a true pioneering artist. RIP brotha.
— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) April 21, 2016
Sad day! RIP Prince 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/HGN7MrtBZj
— Reggie Bush (@ReggieBush) April 21, 2016
RIP Prince! Had the pleasure of seeing him in concert last month in Oakland. One of the best shows I've ever seen!!! Rest up legend!! WOW!!
— Draymond Green (@Money23Green) April 21, 2016
RIP Prince…— Mary Lou Retton (@marylouretton) April 21, 2016
Im in shock #Prince
— Mark Cuban (@mcuban) April 21, 2016
R.I.P Prince 👼🏽 pic.twitter.com/TrnZpYstvs
— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) April 21, 2016
"I wanna be your lover" Prince pic.twitter.com/q667UGAc8L
— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) April 21, 2016
Rest In Peace Prince. May you and Chubbs collaborate in Heaven and make wonderful music #Icon
— Shooter McGavin (@ShooterMcGavin_) April 21, 2016
He will forever live on.. #RipPrince
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) April 21, 2016
Sad to hear Prince has passed away. His iconic music, genius, and talent captivated the world. Part of the soundtrack of my life. #Legend
— Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR) April 21, 2016
RIP @prince
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) April 21, 2016
#RIPPrince Thank you for so many great memories and performances @prince
— Evander Holyfield (@holyfield) April 21, 2016
#supertribute to #Prince #RIP Like the world I mourn but celebrate your spirit with your music pic.twitter.com/NhdPnHRwa9
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) April 22, 2016
RIP Prince..So bummed!!! supposed to hook up with him on Lookin for a fight Minn but he was in Europe. Amazin artist pic.twitter.com/Hh8e2juR7b
— Dana White (@danawhite) April 21, 2016
R.I.P Prince no words just sadness.
— Isiah Thomas (@iamisiahthomas) April 21, 2016
Shockingly sad news today. RIP to one of the true great artists.
— James Blake (@JRBlake) April 21, 2016
Sad hearing that one of my favorite artist died… He is a legend 🙏🏻✨ #RIPrince pic.twitter.com/CIzzFkd8JM
— Tony Parker (@tonyparker) April 21, 2016
I am so devastated by the passing of my good friend Prince.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
He was a true legend and a musical genius! Prince could play every instrument with style and grace.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
When you went to a Prince concert, he had you partying until you couldn't party any more.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
This is so tragic. First MJ and now Prince! Two icons gone too soon!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
Prince and Michael were the only artists I actually followed around the world to see their stellar performances live.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
RIP Prince, you will truly be missed!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) April 21, 2016
Can't believe he's gone. Heaven is purple today. #ripprince #minnesotalegend pic.twitter.com/NLs96E7h64
— lindsey vonn (@lindseyvonn) April 21, 2016
R.I.P PRINCE, another icon gone to soon
— SHAQ (@SHAQ) April 21, 2016
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